Search for dissertations about: "cystic fibrosis"
Showing result 16 - 20 of 89 swedish dissertations containing the words cystic fibrosis.
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16. Exahaled NO and small airway function in asthma and cystic fibrosis
Abstract : Background: Asthma and cystic fibrosis (CF) are chronic inflammatory airway disorders known to involve the peripheral airways. Non-invasive tests sensitive to peripheral airway function and inflammation are therefore of high priority. READ MORE
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17. Cystic Fibrosis - long term results of a treatment package including preventive physical exercise
Abstract : Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a severe hereditary disorder leading to progressive deterioration of lung function and death. This thesis describes the demography of CF in Sweden, its treatment, with special reference to physiotherapy, and its effects on lung function and peak working capacity (PWC). READ MORE
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18. Studies of the Elemental Composition of Airway Surface Liquid with Relevance to Cystic Fibrosis
Abstract : Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease with symptoms mainly in the respiratory tract. The airway epithelium is covered with a thin layer of fluid, the airway surface liquid (ASL). The volume and composition of ASL are important in the pathogenesis of cystic fibrosis. The composition of ASL was determined. READ MORE
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19. Nitric oxide within the concept of united airway disease : Exhaled and nasal nitric oxide in cystic fibrosis, asthma and upper airway inflammatory diseases
Abstract : Background: Within the concept of united airway disease, it is postulated that inflammatory disorders in the upper and lower airways are interrelated and influence each other. Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) is an established biomarker of type-2 inflammation in the lower airways and is elevated in patients with asthma. READ MORE
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20. Epithelial ion transport in cystic fibrosis : x-ray microanalysis of animal models and cell cultures
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